Preparation:

Step 1: Prepare the Baking Pan

1. Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving enough overhang on the sides for easy removal.

Step 2: Melt the Fudge Base

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the white chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and unsalted butter.
2. Heat over low-medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.

Step 3: Add the Flavor and Cherries

1. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the almond extract.
2. Gently fold in the chopped maraschino cherries, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.

Step 4: Pour and Spread

1. Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 5: Garnish the Fudge

1. Decorate the top with whole maraschino cherries and holiday sprinkles.
2. For an extra festive touch, drizzle melted white chocolate over the top.

Step 6: Chill and Slice

1. Refrigerate the fudge for at least 2-3 hours, or until fully set.
2. Once firm, lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang and slice into squares.